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By Olivia Burbank, 4-H Student Reporter The Terrific Tomatoes 4-H Club met on Feb. 22nd at 3:30pm at the extension office. Attending were Kynlie, Olivai, Erin, Sebastian, Roper, Avery, Adin, Even, Sara Jo. Excused absences were Andrew, Ireland and Harley. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Olivia. The 4-H Pledge was led by Avery. Today we came up with a club name and talked about what we wanted to grow and learn about. We felt soil and talked about different types of erosion...
A short explanation of what's really been going on in Gilliam County. We, as a group, do not feel that what has been going on with our County Court is fair and just. We have asked the Court on several occasions to speak to the people before they make their motions to remove probate and our Judge position as we know it. We have written to them, gone to some their homes, and shown them other opinions. It’s been Public Comment material in many of their meetings. There are opinions from several attorneys that clarify how they h...
Message from the Mayor With the new year upon us the city council is looking forward to things we can do to enhance our community. With that in mind, we had a goal setting meeting earlier this month and discussed some exciting projects coming up and wishes for the future. Some things discussed were completing the downtown beautification projects, the ASR water conservation project, and bigger wishes such as updating our city park. You are invited and encouraged to attend council meetings and give us your thoughts for future...
1. Approximately 15 employees have quit/resigned, retired/retired early, had 40 hr. with benefits positions cut to 15 hr. no benefits, found new jobs, and/or are currently looking for new jobs. Per Commissioner Shannon, this is a Crisis. This is a Crisis of their own making. Why has it taken 5 years for them to address this? 2. Frontier Justice openly published the legal opinion of a highly respected Counsel. Why is the Court denying the public the same transparency? 3. Judge Campbell stated in open public meeting she would...
A great time held by all, during BINGO night at Isobel Edwards Hall. It’s always fun to hear people laughing and joking. We plan to do it again on the first Saturday of each month. $18 can get you 4 cards and play all games. Thank you all for participating, and the volunteers that keep it going. —Sandy Speer...
A short explanation of what's really been going on in Gilliam County. We, as a group, do not feel that what has been going on with our County Court is fair and just. We have asked the Court on several occasions to speak to the people before they make their motions to remove probate and our Judge position as we know it. We have written to them. It’s been Public Comment material in many of their meetings. There are opinions from several attorneys that clarify how they have not followed the law. We're not trying to be Vigilantes...
Harry Hartley (Jul 18, 1928 - Dec 7, 2023) Harry Hartley passed away at the age of 95 on the morning of December 7, 2023. A celebration of Harry's life will be held on March 2nd, 2024 at 1pm at the Condon Elks Lodge, 117 S. Main St. Condon, Oregon. He leaves a legacy of love and service to his family, friends, community, and country. Harry was the first child born to Estoll and Elizabeth (Reckmann) Hartley in Pendleton, Oregon on July 18, 1928. He was raised in Grass Valley,...
The article on Bill Bowerman contained a number of errors, and I wanted to offer a correction of the ones pertaining to the waffle iron and the Condon High School track. I called Jon Bowerman to verify my recollection of the facts. There were several waffle irons over the years, because Bill’s running shoe sole experiments were a little tough on Barbara’s appliances. Years later, one of the waffle irons found on the Bowerman place along the McKenzie River fundamentally changed the local Condon-Wheeler track program. Jon and...
The Oregon Frontier Chamber of Commerce (OFCC) held its annual meeting at the Spray General Store last Thursday, February 22nd. The Oregon Frontier Chamber was previously the Condon Chamber of Commerce, but expanded in 2022 to serve communities in Gilliam, Wheeler, and Sherman County. With more than 470 members, the OFCC has served as a resource for businesses in the region, but has also done much more than a traditional chamber of commerce. In addition to membership, the...
1 years ago— It was quite serendipitous that rural Fossil resident Jan Schott would end up in a nearly front row position for the parade honoring the National Football Champion Seattle Seahawks after they defeated the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl XLVIII. She had gone to Seattle for the annual Flower and Garden Show and had a little time to kill, so took in the festivities. Helen Olds, a life-long Grass Valley resident, joined the ranks of area centenarians when she celebrated her 100th birthday on February 23. Also with a 1...
Judge Elizabeth Farrar Campbell will face her second recall and Commissioner Pat Shannon his first, after petitions were filed with the Gilliam County Clerk, Ellen Wagenaar on February 22. A committee called We the People of Gilliam County – Farrar, and We the People Gilliam County – Shannon, have filed the petitions. The chief sponsor for the recall petition against Judge Farrar Campbell is Denny Newell of Arlington (Blalock). The chief petitioner to recall Commissioner Pat S...
The Wasco Gym and Fitness Center is set to receive big funding for upgrades, thanks to approval from city leaders and the hard work and dedication of its all-volunteer crew. Located outside the east end of the Wasco School Events Center, the Wasco Gym and Fitness Center will soon see an investment of up to $15,000 to update the interior and much of the exercise equipment. Wasco City Council voted Tuesday, Feb. 20, to designate money from its community development funds to the...
Condon CAN! That is the rallying cry being used to talk about the coming years and decades in Condon. Initiated by the City of Condon, the effort looks to develop a long-term vision for the town. The City of Condon partnered with Rural Development Initiatives, a regional rural development organization that works hand-in-hand with communities to strengthen rural people, places, and economies in the Pacific Northwest. Rural Development Initiatives (RDI) has helped towns like...
